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" width="360" height="556" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/Karthik-cables.png 1080w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/Karthik-cables-194x300.png 194w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/Karthik-cables-663x1024.png 663w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/Karthik-cables-768x1185.png 768w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/Karthik-cables-995x1536.png 995w" sizes="(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" />I grew up in a small middle-class family, wanting to learn music, but money was often tight. My mom has a disability that makes walking difficult, so my dad was the only one who could work. Growing up, I banked on education loans for college, and my family expected me to make it big!</p> <p>In college, I wasn’t really focused on studying at first. I was more into learning guitar and going to competitions with my college band whenever and wherever possible. We had a lot of fun together.</p> <p>In my sixth semester, things started getting serious after the first student of our batch got placed. I realized I needed to give the distractions a back seat for a while, and aim to get a job placement.</p> <p>That’s when I heard about Cisco Ideathon, a competition that challenges participants to develop creative technology solutions to real-world problems where qualifiers get internships with full-time placement opportunities at Cisco. I aspired and dreamt of succeeding. However, I was hesitant and didn’t feel like I had the confidence to crack it. I was ready to quit the Ideathon application process midway as I didn’t feel like I had the experience to answer the questions asked by the interviewers.</p> <p>So, I met with my Cisco Networking Academy mentor and told him that I wanted to quit. He advised me, “Give it a shot. Show all of your efforts. There is still time to learn more. Do it for your mom and dad.” It was that moment when I resumed preparing vigorously all day and night, giving my fullest with the aim and dream of getting into Cisco and achieving the success my parents had always hoped for me.</p> <p>When my mom’s birthday came along on the 7<sup>th</sup> of August, I couldn’t even afford a cake. But then, at 10 AM, I received mail from Cisco that I was selected for an internship and full-time offer, along with a good compensation package. That day, I literally danced my way home to see my parents. When I announced, “I got selected by Cisco! Happy Birthday, Maa!” It was one of the best celebrations and the best surprise ever for my mom in my life.</p> <p><img loading="lazy" class=" wp-image-460033 alignleft" src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/karthik-guitar.png" alt="A medium-skinned man with dark brown hair playing a guitar." width="381" height="451" srcset="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/karthik-guitar.png 1286w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/karthik-guitar-253x300.png 253w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/karthik-guitar-865x1024.png 865w, https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2024/07/karthik-guitar-768x909.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px" />Getting a hug from your father and mother for your achievement is always a priceless feeling.</p> <p>You know the best part? Not only am I at Cisco, but I am playing guitar again. I have even had the opportunity to share my music at work at various socials and received recognition from leaders for it. Cisco is an amazing organization in supporting employees’ growth in our passions and our careers.</p> <p>I always wanted to learn music and earn money, but I was encouraged to pursue engineering by my parents. Then later, I started loving engineering, too. Now, I have the opportunity to continue my engineering journey while also delving into the world of music, all while growing my career. It’s the best of both worlds, made possible by the support and opportunities provided by Cisco. At Cisco, I’ve learned that it’s possible to follow your passions and build a successful career at the same time. 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Congratulations on your outstanding achievements!</p> </div> </article> <ul class="children"> <li id="comment-2574744" class="comment odd alt depth-2"> <article id="div-comment-2574744" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Karthik Ravishankar</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2574744"><time datetime="2024-07-28T02:28:43-07:00">July 28, 2024 at 2:28 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Haha, Thank you so much.</p> </div> </article> </li> </ul> </li> <li id="comment-2574826" class="comment even thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 parent"> <article id="div-comment-2574826" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Rohit Kumar</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2574826"><time datetime="2024-08-01T02:35:32-07:00">August 1, 2024 at 2:35 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Hi Karthik,Wishing your mother a fantastic birthday in advance.I was so happy to hear your story and got a bit emotional because it is so close to my own story.I’m very happy for your internship and full-time opportunity at Cisco.My mother was so happy when I received my offer letter for the Cisco apprenticeship. As I was reading your story, I could visualize the whole picture.</p> <p>Hope we will catch up soon at Cisco????????</p> </div> </article> <ul class="children"> <li id="comment-2575074" class="comment odd alt depth-2"> <article id="div-comment-2575074" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Karthik Ravishankar</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575074"><time datetime="2024-08-09T01:48:56-07:00">August 9, 2024 at 1:48 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Thank You so much Rohit, Means a lot. Yes, We can meet in the office. ????????</p> </div> </article> </li> </ul> </li> <li id="comment-2574872" class="comment even thread-even depth-1 parent"> <article id="div-comment-2574872" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Frank Aboagye</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2574872"><time datetime="2024-08-03T11:36:31-07:00">August 3, 2024 at 11:36 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Awesome</p> </div> </article> <ul class="children"> <li id="comment-2575075" class="comment odd alt depth-2"> <article id="div-comment-2575075" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Karthik Ravishankar</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575075"><time datetime="2024-08-09T01:49:47-07:00">August 9, 2024 at 1:49 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Than You Frank!!</p> </div> </article> </li> </ul> </li> <li id="comment-2575063" class="comment even thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 parent"> <article id="div-comment-2575063" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Dishanthan Sivanandhan</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575063"><time datetime="2024-08-08T12:29:14-07:00">August 8, 2024 at 12:29 pm</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Hi Karthik, </p> <p>Your story is inspiring. Keep going; there is a long way to go. Good Luck. </p> <p>S.Dishanthan</p> </div> </article> <ul class="children"> <li id="comment-2575076" class="comment odd alt depth-2"> <article id="div-comment-2575076" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Karthik Ravishankar</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575076"><time datetime="2024-08-09T01:51:28-07:00">August 9, 2024 at 1:51 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>Thank you so much Dishanthan, Means a lot.</p> </div> </article> </li> </ul> </li> <li id="comment-2575081" class="comment even thread-even depth-1"> <article id="div-comment-2575081" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Riya K</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575081"><time datetime="2024-08-09T11:44:00-07:00">August 9, 2024 at 11:44 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>It is so inspiring to know about your story Karthik. Much more to come wishing you all the best. By the way I haven’t got any chance to hear your music let’s hope I can hear it one day ????????????????</p> </div> </article> </li> <li id="comment-2575279" class="comment odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1"> <article id="div-comment-2575279" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">Gladstone Guddeti</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575279"><time datetime="2024-08-20T06:52:56-07:00">August 20, 2024 at 6:52 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>congratulations on your success, keep learning.</p> </div> </article> </li> <li id="comment-2575343" class="comment even thread-even depth-1"> <article id="div-comment-2575343" class="comment-body"> <footer class="comment-meta"> <div class="comment-author vcard"> <img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/blogs-images-new/ciscoblogs/1/2020/08/cisco_logo.png" width="32" height="23" alt="Avatar" class="avatar avatar-32wp-user-avatar wp-user-avatar-32 alignnone photo avatar-default" /> <b class="fn">YOGASAINATHAN</b> <span class="says">says:</span> </div> <div class="comment-metadata"> <a href="https://blogs.cisco.com/wearecisco/striking-a-chord-between-my-passions-and-career-at-cisco#comment-2575343"><time datetime="2024-08-22T07:24:50-07:00">August 22, 2024 at 7:24 am</time></a> </div> </footer> <div class="comment-content"> <p>it was the wonderful thing what you got in too man. By the way I’m a doing my final year in computer science. At the second of college I was thinking to do higher studies in abroad. But now my life has changed I need to get job. I like computer networking can you guide me on how to get a job in networks</p> </div> </article> </li> </ul> <p class="no-comments">Comments are closed.</p> </div> </main> </div> <div class="blog-row cui cta"> <div class="item-halves-1"> <div class="cta-container"> <div class="cta-image"> <img src="https://alln-extcloud-storage.cisco.com/Cisco_Blogs:blogs/1/2020/01/IL20200117134331-Life-at-Cisco-CTA-Why-Cisco-150x150.jpg"> </div>  <div class="cta-description"> <h2>Why Cisco?</h2> <p>What makes us unique?</p> <div class="btn--parent"> <button class="btn--primary1" onclick="window.location.href = 'https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/about/careers/working-at-cisco.html';">  Discover </button> </div>  </div>    </div>  </div>  <div class="item-halves-2"> <div class="cta-container"> <div class="cta-image"> <img src="https://alln-extcloud-storage.cisco.com/Cisco_Blogs:blogs/1/2020/01/IL20200117134449-Life-at-Cisco-CTA-Cisco-Careers-150x150.jpg"> </div>  <div class="cta-description"> <h2>Cisco Careers</h2> <p>Be you. 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